Mateya Safari Lodge

Overview

An exclusive property set high on a rocky outcrop of the Gabbro Hills in the heart of one of South Africa’s largest game reserves, where guests can find the Super 7 – buffalo, elephant, lion, leopard, cheetah, rhino and wild dog!

Accommodation is in five ultra-luxurious thatched suites – each of which has fine mahogany furniture, open fireplaces, indoor and outdoor showers, large sun deck and a private plunge pool which overlooks a waterhole. The main areas of the lodge house one of the world’s finest African art collections, from oils to bronzes, abstract to portraits.

Highlights

Malaria free

Only 4 people to a vehicle

Impressive art collection

Guided bush walks

Specialised photography guides

Very high standard of service

Our Thoughts

World class safari plus world class art equals Mateya, a luxury hideaway. The owner’s vast and private African art collection fills the walls and spaces of the lodge, and almost draws the eye away from the wildlife, gym and spa on offer!

Mateya offers some extraordinary dining experiences. Each night your specially prepared meal will be enjoyed in a different location. You can opt for group or couple dining depending on how much you want to get to know your fellow safari explorers. But we like the idea that there’s somewhere different to eat each night, you can be under the stars, out in the bush, under canvas or on your own deck.

With only five rooms you are very much hosting a private party of your own. Each lodge is beautifully decorated with the idea of blending into the natural surroundings. Mahogany furniture seamlessly blends in, while luxury bathrooms will keep you soaking your toes for longer than anticipated. Only ten people can be accommodated at any one time at Mateya, making it so private you slip away into your own plunge pool on your private deck and look out uninterrupted across the plains and watering holes.

Game Drives

Game Walks

Village Tours

As game drives are the main activity Mateya is not seen as a kids destination. There is also no kids club, and with such a small number of residences it’s not somewhere where we would suggest going with a family.

With almost 3 decades of her career life spent working in this industry, tourism is Charlotte' passion and life. She is passionate about meeting new people and showcasing them the wonderful sights of Africa.

Melissa joined Africa Travel in 2015, having worked in the travel industry for 10 years. Born and bred in Cape Town, South Africa, Melissa's favourite destinations are Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe and the Garden Route.

Michael started guiding last year and the experience has been amazing for him. He is our resident expert on everything Cape Town. He is passionate about showcasing all the best that Cape Town has to offer.

Christine first came to Africa as a young woman and immediately felt a connection which has never allowed her to leave. She lived in Johannesburg and in Knysna on the Garden Route, but came to Cape Town 22 years ago and realised it was where she wanted to be!

Alyson grew up in Zimbabwe and it was her parents who influenced her a great love of the African bush. It was not just a love of the wildlife but the plant and bird life and everything that is associated in the wild spaces of Africa.

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